Hello !
Je suis en train de finaliser ma demande de PVT et je voulais avoir un avis sur mon travel plan (merci d'avance !!!):
My name is Emma, I am 20 years old, and I am French. My interest in South Korea began in 2018 when I discovered K-pop, and since then, my curiosity for the country has continued to grow. I am particularly fascinated by its culture, history, artistic universe, and everyday life.
In August 2024, I had the opportunity to spend three weeks in South Korea, from August 5th to August 25th, with a tourist visa. During this trip, I mainly explored the key neighborhoods and tourist sites of Seoul, such as Itaewon, Myeongdong, Hongdae, Gangnam, Mapo-gu, and Dongdaemun. This journey was an unforgettable experience and inspired me to extend my stay to explore other regions and activities I could not discover during that visit.
Planned Stay
I plan to settle in the Kondae area (Konkuk University area), which will serve as my base to fully experience daily life in Korea. During my stay, I intend to work part-time (up to 25 hours per week), depending on my financial needs, in sectors such as restaurants, cafés, or barmaid. These professional experiences will help cover my expenses while allowing enough free time to travel and explore the country.
I have already started analyzing job offers and contacting employers through platforms such as Koreabridge, Indeed Korea, and Craigslist, and I continue to research positions in Seoul and its surrounding areas.
Travel Objectives and Exploration
Seoul and Main Districts:
- Itaewon, Gangnam, Myeongdong, Hongdae, Mapo-gu, Dongdaemun
- Historical and cultural sites: Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Namsan Tower, War Memorial
Excursions around Seoul:
- DMZ, Gimpo, Incheon, Suwon, Icheon
Other Cities and Regions to Discover:
- Daejeon: KAIST campus, Gyeryongsan National Park, Daecheong Lake, Hanbat Arboretum, Daejeon Craft & Design Fair, DIAS
- Chungju: Woraksan National Park, World Martial Arts Park, Jungangtap Historic Park, Chungju Lake, Goguryeo Stele
- Jeonju: Hanok Village, Gyeonggijeon Shrine, Traditional Culture Center, Deokjin Park, JIFF
- Gwangju: Mudeungsan National Park, ACC, Cheongchun Cultural Village, National Museum
- Mokpo: Yudal Mountain, Bridge & Observation Deck, Gatbawi Rock
- Boseong: Green Tea Fields Daehan Dawon, Green Tea Museum, Camellia Hill
- Damyang: Juknokwon, Metasequoia-lined Road, Soswaewon Garden
- Suncheon: Suncheon Bay + National Garden, Naganeupseong Folk Village, Suncheon Drama Filming Sites, Araetjang Market
- Yeosu: Odongdo Island, Hyangiram Hermitage, Yi Sun-sin Park, Aqua Planet, International Fireworks Competition
- Daegu: 83 Tower, Apsan Park, Gyeongsang-gamyeong Park, E-world, Donghwasa Temple, Suseongmot Lake
- Pohang: Y Observatory Igari Anchor, Hwanho Park Space Walk, Gonlyun Mount, Jukdo Market, Homigot, Jukdo Fish Market
- Busan: Gamcheon Culture Village, Gukje Market, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory, Busan Museum of Art
- Ulsan: Jangsaengpo Whale Museum & Whaling Village, Daewangam Park, Taehwagang Bamboo Grove, Bridge Observatory
My goal is to combine work and exploration to fully experience Korean culture and deepen my understanding of the country beyond traditional tourist routes.